I'm an interior designer. Here are 10 things you should never waste money on for a living room.

Tyka Pryde EdwardsApr 10, 2023, 19:22 IST

Some things in your living room aren't worth keeping.Ground Picture/Shutterstock

I'm an interior designer, and I think some things in your living room may be a waste of money.
If you're going to buy decorative trays, blankets, and mass-produced artwork, do it cheaply.

Designer throw blankets aren't worth it from a practical standpoint.

Fancy blankets aren't always worth buying.Peter Cripps/Shutterstock

Consider skipping the weekly fresh flowers if you're on a budget.Pixel-Shot/Shutterstock

Splurge on something else.FotoHelin/Shutterstock

With a little ingenuity, you can achieve the same designer look using more affordable paint brands.Ground Picture/Shutterstock

With kids and pets, you'll likely find yourself frequently replacing that expensive rug.Procreators/Shutterstock

Invest in basic, staple decor pieces instead.stock_studio/Shutterstock

My No. 1 rule of thumb is to never invest in something that doesn't "wow" you.Ground Picture/Shutterstock

If you want mass-produced art, don't overpay for it.Followtheflow/Shutterstock

I've seen my fair share of costly DIY mishaps that plague my clients.Artserstudio/Shutterstock

The tray is probably going to get covered anyway.Kristi87/Shutterstock